Mindset

Do you sometimes wonder why people can’t see right through you? That they’re bound to find out sooner or later that you’re only masquerading as a competent leader?

In my last article, I talked about the 4 roles the Voice in your Head plays in sabotaging you and your leadership.

Do you have a Voice in your Head? Does it say things like, “You’re not good enough”, “Don’t speak up?” or “You don’t deserve to be here”?

The results of my latest experiment – letting go of overpreparing – are in.

Six months ago, I hired a coach to help me thrive in my life and work. A big part of my work with her has been dealing with thoughts and beliefs that hold me back.

Val*, an Operations Director, felt out of control. She and her team had been through a challenging time and she was anxious about what was going to happen next.

Are you an overpacker or an underpacker? My other half and I often go on UK-based self-catering holidays, our baggage limited only by what we can fit in our car.

Many of my clients appear to have an uncanny knack for mind reading. They can work out what other people are thinking and feeling purely from their facial expressions.

Picture the scene : our hunter-gather ancestors sauntering across the savannah, enjoying the warmth of the sun on their faces, stopping to admire the view as they keep an eye out for something to catch for dinner.

Generosity can be a sensitive topic at this time of year given the tricky territory of giving and receiving presents.